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A Survey of African Poetry in the London Times, Sunday Times, Financial Times, the Times Literary Supplement 1865-1985

Too clever by half (1993-10-20)

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Critical Article

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1993-10-20
The Times

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"Too clever by half", The Times, 20 Oct 1993, 35 The Times Digital Archive, https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/IF0500632570/TTDA?u=linc74325&sid=gale_api&xid=02bd9dfc. Accessed 19 Oct 2024

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Lynne Truss offers a witty critique of the literary pretensions often displayed by certain writers. She explores the tension between cleverness and clarity in writing, suggesting that an overemphasis on stylistic flair can detract from the overall message and accessibility of a piece. Truss argues for a more straightforward approach, emphasizing that good writing should prioritize communication over showiness.

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